CFLdb remembers the 6 individuals that left us in 1949. This page includes all individuals in the database who are known to have passed away in 1949 no matter what team or league affiliation or role they had. This includes individuals that are not associated with official CFL history. All had a contribution to the history of our game, and we acknowledge and remember them here.

  • Craig, Ross July 1, 1884 — June 27, 1949
    • Player, Grey Cup Champion, Hall of Fame Member

  • Hempey, Ernie c. 1906 — Nov. 5, 1949
    • Player, Grey Cup Champion, Head Coach

  • Mundell, Charles Sept. 7, 1902 — May 19, 1949
    • Player, Grey Cup Champion

  • Munro, Armour “Army” June 2, 1949
    • Player, Grey Cup Champion

  • O'Leary, Eddie Jan. 1, 1888 — April 22, 1949
    • Player

  • Ponton, Alex Sr. Feb. 6, 1898 — Oct. 31, 1949
    • Player, Grey Cup Champion